Resources

Training - The Future of Work

Training – The Future of Work

Date: 20 August (Thursday), 2026

Webinar – AI in Inventory Management

Webinar – AI in Inventory Management

Date: 20 August (Thursday), 2026
Time: 4:00 PM GST

Dealing with Prolonged Uncertainty – Webinar

Dealing with Prolonged Uncertainty

Date: 20 August (Thursday), 2026
Time: 1:00 PM GST | 10:00 AM (BST)

Risk Spotting in Contracts – Webinar

Risk Spotting in Contracts

Date: 27 August (Thursday), 2026
Time: 15:00 – 16.30 GST

Key Clauses That Protect the Business – Webinar

Key Clauses That Protect the Business

Date: 16 July (Thursday), 2026
Time: 15:00 – 16.30 GST

Understanding Contract Structure – Webinar

Understanding Contract Structure

Date: 25 June (Thursday), 2026
Time: 15:00 – 16.30 GST

AI Literacy & Prompt Engineering for Supply Chain | IADC-SAPC Webinar

📢 𝗜𝗔𝗗𝗖-𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗖 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲

The IADC-SAPC Supply Chain Workgroup, in collaboration with IADC Corporate, is pleased to invite members to an exclusive complimentary webinar:

AI Literacy & Prompt Engineering for Supply Chain Led by Micah Garrison, VP Supply Chain at Patterson-UTI

The session will cover AI Literacy, Prompt Engineering fundamentals, and a practical simulated lab exercise using dummy data to explore real-world applications.

Date: 11 June (Thursday), 2026
Time: 15:00 – 1700 GST (2 hours)
Format: Webinar

While tailored for Supply Chain professionals, the webinar is open to all IADC-SAPC members interested in AI and emerging technologies.

REGISTER HERE

Please note that spaces are limited and registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

For questions, please contact:
supplychain.wg@sapc-iadc.org

IADC-SAPC Q1 Chapter Meeting

Coffee & Connect

Date: April 09 (Thursday), 2026

Spikes Bar, Emirates Golf Club
Drop by for a coffee & chat

IADC-SAPC Q1 Chapter Meeting

Date: February 12 (Thursday), 2026
Location: Pavillion, Emirates Golf Club

Padel Tournament 2026

Padel Tournament

Date: February 26 (Thursday), 2026

Charity & Sustainability Workgroup: Desert Clean-up

Date
January 25 (Sunday), 2026

Padel Tournament

Date
February 1 (Sunday), 2026

Q4 Chapter Meeting

Date
November 6 (Friday), 2026

Padel Tournament

Date
October 18 (Sunday) , 2026

Q3 Chapter Meeting, Doha

Date
September 10 (Thursday) , 2026

Eid Al Adha

Date
May 26-29, 2026

Q2 Chapter Meeting

Date:
May 15 (Friday), 2026

Annual Golf Tournament & Gala Dinner 2027

Date
April 15-16 (Thurs-Fri), 2027

Ramadan Iftar Volunteer Work – Labour Camp (WORKGROUP)

Date
March 02-18, 2026

Q1 Chapter Meeting

Date
February 12(Thursday) , 2026

Kenny Adams

Kenny Adams, Vice Chair of the IADC Southern Arabian Peninsula Chapter, is the Head of QHSSET for the Eastern Hemisphere Land Division at Helmerich & Payne (H&P). With extensive leadership experience across the Middle East, Africa, and the UK North Sea, he has served in roles including Regional HSSET Manager, Regional Manager for Africa and Mobile Drilling Units, and HSEQT Manager. A Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health for 22 years, Kenny holds multiple specialist qualifications in Human Factors, Training & Competence, Crisis & Emergency Management, Civil Protection, and Fire Engineering. He brings deep expertise in safety, operational excellence, and workforce development to the Chapter.

Mark Milne

Mark Milne is a senior drilling operations leader with over 40 years of global offshore experience and currently serves as the Chair of the IADC Southern Arabian Peninsula Chapter. Based in Dubai as Director of Operations at Vantage Drilling, he oversees the company’s Managed Jack-up fleet and Deepwater assets. Mark began his career as a Roustabout in the North Sea and progressed to Offshore Installation Manager before moving into senior onshore leadership roles across Canada, Brazil, Africa, the North Sea, and the Middle East. He has also contributed to major industry initiatives through Step Change in Safety, the IADC Training and Well Control Committees, and the OPITO International Board bringing deep operational expertise and a strong commitment to safety, performance, and industry collaboration.

CHARITY & SUSTAINABILITY WORKGROUP

Date
March 16, 2025

Q1 CHAPTER MEETING

Date
February 28, 2025

IADC -SAPC vs ADNOC Annual Challenge Match

Date
April 05 (Sunday), 2026

ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

Start Date
April 17, 2025

End date
April 18, 2025

Q2 MORNING SESSION

Date
May 23, 2025

Q2 CHAPTER MEETING

Q2 CHAPTER MEETING & SAFETY AWARDS 2024

Date
May 23, 2025

MENTAL HEALTH WORKGROUP

Date
May 15, 2025

Q4 CHAPTER MEETING

Date
November 7, 2025

SUPPLY CHAIN WORKGROUP

Start Date
September 25, 2025

End Date
September 26, 2025

FREE WEBINAR

Date
September 17, 2025

Q3 CHAPTER MEETING

Date
September 11, 2025

Andrew Stratton

Andrew Stratton is the General Manager of IRE, leading business growth and operational excellence for over a decade. He also serves as Information Coordinator for the IADC Southern Arabian Peninsula Chapter, where he supports digital transformation, membership growth, and industry engagement initiatives.

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Christianne Reyes

Christianne Reyes is an experienced marketing and administration professional with over 18 years in the energy and consulting sectors in the UAE. She currently serves as Marketing, Events & Administration Manager for the IADC Southern Arabian Peninsula Chapter, where she is the Chapter’s sole employee working alongside a dedicated team of volunteers. Throughout her career, Christianne has held diverse roles spanning sales, HR coordination, executive support, and graphic design at leading companies including NOV, Borr Drilling, Transocean, and Lamprell Energy. Her broad expertise and commitment to excellence continue to support the Chapter’s growth, member engagement, and industry impact.

Ashley Anderson

Ashley Anderson is a member of the Leadership Team at Olympus Marine Services, a Drilling Crew Management Contractor. With 14 years of experience in the Oil and Gas industry, including 10 years in the Middle East. Ashley serves the IADC SAPC as the Workgroup Coordinator.

William Devoto

William Devoto is the Managing Director of Safar Oilfield Supplies, where he leads the company’s oilfield equipment distribution operations across the Middle East and Central Asia. Based in the UAE, William brings extensive experience in business leadership and regional supply chains within the drilling sector. He previously served for nine years as Treasurer of the IADC Southern Arabian Peninsula Chapter and has returned as Interim Treasurer, contributing his experience and longstanding knowledge of the Chapter in a voluntary capacity.

Gareth Burrows

Gareth Burrows is an accomplished commercial leader with more than 25 years of experience in the marine and energy sectors. He serves as Global Commercial Director and Regional Director for Asia Pacific at Allrig, where he focuses on driving strategic growth, service excellence, and commercial innovation. In addition to his corporate role, Gareth contributes to industry collaboration as Secretary of the IADC Southern Arabian Peninsula Chapter, bringing his longstanding leadership experience to support the Chapter’s initiatives and regional advancement.

Doug McEwan

Doug McEwan is an accomplished energy industry executive with over two decades of international experience across operations, marketing, and supply chain leadership. He currently serves as Director of Marketing and Contracts for the Middle East and Asia Pacific at Borr Drilling, where he leads strategic commercial initiatives across the region. Alongside his industry roles, Doug is keen to explore and evaluate emerging AI solutions for the drilling sector — from vision-based safety systems and multi-machine control of downhole operations to business automation and efficiency improvements. He also volunteers as Vice Chairman of the IADC Southern Arabian Peninsula Chapter, supporting collaboration and advancement within the regional drilling community

Mario Leopizzi

Mario Leopizzi, Vice Chair of the IADC Southern Arabian Peninsula Chapter, is the HR Director at Shelf Drilling, overseeing global HR operations across the company’s offshore drilling activities. With nearly 20 years of industry experience—including roles in Operations, HSE, HR, and two years working offshore—Mario brings a grounded understanding of both people and rig operations. He has been an active leader within IADC-SAPC as Co-Chair of the Mental Health Workgroup, where he helped develop and launch the Chapter’s Mental Health Charter and has presented and participated in multiple chapter sessions. Mario is committed to strengthening member engagement and supporting the continued growth and relevance of the Chapter.

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